December weather forecast
Washburn, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Washburn, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

As Washburn enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) of November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Washburn's December temperatures average at a still subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Washburn, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Washburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.9 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Washburn, in December, snow falls for 20.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.81" (173mm) of snow. In Washburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 95.5 days and aggregates up to 33.54" (852mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Washburn. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Washburn, records 25.3°F (-3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Washburn?

The average relative humidity in December in Washburn is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Washburn, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Washburn, in December, snow falls for 20.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Washburn have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Washburn is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Washburn, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Washburn, WI

Average temperature in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Washburn, WI

Average pressure in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Washburn, WI

Average wind speed in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Washburn, WI

Average humidity in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Washburn, WI

Average rainfall in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Washburn, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Washburn, WI

Average snowfall in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Washburn, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Washburn, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Washburn, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Washburn, WI

Average UV index in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Washburn, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Washburn, WI

Average visibility in December - Washburn, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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